Chhoto URL
A simple, blazingly fast, self-hosted URL shortener written in Rust, focused on minimalism and performance.
What is Chhoto URL?
Chhoto URL is a self-hosted URL shortener written in Rust that focuses on simplicity and performance. It allows users to shorten URLs, set expiration times, track hits privately, and generate QR codes, all while maintaining a minimal resource footprint. The project solves the need for a lightweight, easy-to-deploy shortener without unnecessary features.
Individuals, developers, or small teams who need a private, fast, and simple URL shortener they can host themselves. It's ideal for those who value minimalism and control over their data.
Developers choose Chhoto URL for its blazing speed, tiny Docker image size (<6 MB), low memory usage, and commitment to privacy—it avoids tracking, ads, and bloat common in other shorteners.
Overview
A simple, blazingly fast, selfhosted URL shortener with no unnecessary features; written in Rust.
Use Cases
Best For
- Self-hosting a private URL shortener for personal projects
- Creating short links with automatic expiration for temporary sharing
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